Born in Worcester in 1937, racing was his life. The son of a head lad, Hills became an apprentice in 1952 at the age of 15 before weight was an issue and gave up the saddle seven years later to be ...

The M6 was closed in the early hours of the morning (June 28). The motorway was closed in both directions, between junction 32 and 33, at around 3am due to a “police incident”. It reopened again at ...

At least 34 people were killed across Gaza by Israeli strikes, health staff say, as Palestinians face a growing humanitarian crisis in Gaza and ceasefire prospects inch closer.

Some roads and car parks have been closed since Thursday as the town transforms for the 1940s-themed Padiham on Parade ...

Police were on patrol in Rawtenstall on Friday (June 27) following reports of anti-social behaviour. One man was found with suspected class A and B drugs and was arrested. One young person was also ...

The Archbishop of Wales has announced his retirement after a critical report raised complaints about alcohol use and sexual behaviour at his diocese. Andrew John confirmed he would be stepping down ...

Mr Trump’s announcement was the latest move in the trade war he has launched since taking office for a second term in January.

Spain midfielder Aitana Bonmati is being treated in hospital for viral meningitis just days before the start of Euro 2025. The 27-year-old Barcelona player, who has won the Ballon d’Or for the past ...

Border Force officers have seized 2.4 tonnes of cocaine with a value of almost £100 million in one of the biggest drugs busts in years. The enormous haul was found under containers on a ship arriving ...

Lando Norris bounced back from his Canada collision with McLaren team-mate Oscar Piastri to finish fastest in practice for ...

Budget supermarket Aldi is launching a brand-new voucher scheme to help parents over the school holidays. With prices continuing to soar, this scheme may provide vital relief to thousands. It will be ...

Temperatures could reach 30C today as the UK braces for four days of hot weather, with an amber heat health alert in force.